The British Empire's Eastward Shift and Africa Expansion Quiz
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What was a significant reason for the 'swing to the east' of the British Empire in the late 1700s/early 1800s?

  • Compensate for the loss of the Thirteen Colonies in North America (correct)
  • Desire to dominate Eastern Europe
  • Pressure from other European powers
  • Expansion opportunities in India

    • Why did the 'swing to the east' not immediately result in a significant focus on Western, Central, and Eastern Africa by the British government by 1857?

  • Challenges from other European powers in Africa
  • The Indian subcontinent was the primary focus at the time (correct)
  • Economic devaluation of West Africa due to the abolition of slavery
  • Lack of interest in African resources

    • What temporarily reduced the economic value of West Africa to Britain's Empire in the early 1800s?

  • Abolition of slavery (correct)
  • Increased competition from other European powers
  • Natural disasters affecting trade routes
  • Introduction of new trade routes

    • What was a key reason for British expansion in 'tropical Africa' according to the study notes?

    <p>To compensate for the loss of the Thirteen Colonies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary focus diverting attention from tropical Africa at the time?

    <p>The Indian subcontinent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why was British interest in Egypt limited in 1857? (There are multiple, pick one)

    <p>Egypt was part of the Ottoman Empire and Britain wanted to preserve good relations with the Ottoman Empire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant factor contributing to British limited interest in Egypt in 1857?

    <p>The dominance of France in Egypt's financial affairs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary reason for British hesitance in engaging with Egypt in 1857?

    <p>Desire to avoid unnecessary tension with France</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did the absence of the Suez Canal impact British interest in Egypt?

    <p>It made the logistics of trade with India more expensive and less efficient</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main obstacle for British trade with India in 1857?

    <p>The absence of a direct sea route to India</p> Signup and view all the answers

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